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Introduction

The Silsangsa Temple was constructed by monk Jeunggak, as one of nine special temples in the year 828. The temple was established because of the theory of divination, based on topology. The belief held that Korea’s good spirit would be taken away to Japan, bringing bad luck if the temple was not constructed on this particular location. The temple was reconstructed in the 26th year of Joseon Sukjong’s reign (1700) after it was completely destroyed by the Japanese invasion in 1597. However, it was almost burnt down in the 19th year of King Gojong’s reign (1882).

It is presently preserved just as it belonged to the Unified Silla Kingdom, with its three-story pagoda and its 11 treasures with a total of 17 cultural assets. The entrance of the temple lies in the middle of a rice field and the temple has a pastoral view, surrounded by trees. From the entrance, you can cross the half-moon shaped stone bridge, and just beyond that a remarkable totem pole.

Telephone

+82-63-636-3031,Ticketing booth: +82-63-636-3831

Closed

N/A (Open all year round)

Activity Information

Temple stay

Parking Facilities

Available

Admission Fees

Adults: 1,500 won
/ Group: 1,300 won
Youths: 1,200 won
/ Group: 1,000 won
Children: 800 won / Group: 700 won* Group: 30 people or more

Parking Fees

Free

Pets

Not permitted

Directions

From Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, take an intercity bus for Hamyang/Baengmu (함양/백무).
Get off at Silsangsa Temple (실상사).
* Tell the bus driver in advance that you want to get off at Silsangsa Temple.

From Namwon Intercity Bus Terminal,
Take an intercity or local bus to Inwol Bus Terminal (인월버스터미널).
From Inwol Bus Terminal, take a local bus bound for Sannae (산내).
Get off at Silsangsa Temple (실상사).